SEND Intervention Support Assistant

Intervention Support Assistant

Location: Bolton (BL1)

Contract: Long Term - Temporary
Reports to: Lead Practitioner
Salary: £24,028-£25,998 FTE
Hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs 8:30-16:20 Wed 8:30-17:00; Fri 8:30-14:30

This highly respected specialist school that is seeking a compassionate and resilient Intervention Support Assistant to support students with SEMH, ASD and trauma-related needs across classroom, outreach and community settings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide calm, consistent emotional and behavioural support to students
• Supervise pupils in classrooms, sensory spaces, and during breaks and transitions
• Support individual and small group learning under teacher direction
• Apply trauma-informed approaches, including de-escalation and co-regulation
• Respond effectively to incidents of distress, ensuring safety and wellbeing
• Support transitions and reintegration into learning
• Work collaboratively with teaching and pastoral staff
• Maintain accurate records (behaviour logs, incident reports)
• Attend safeguarding, behaviour, and mental health training

Essential Requirements:

• Level 2 or 3 qualification in a relevant field (e.g. youth work, social care, education)
• GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or equivalent)
• Experience supporting young people with SEMH, ASD, or complex SEND
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Knowledge of safeguarding and inclusive practice
• Ability to work flexibly across multiple settings
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Desirable:

• Experience in education, care, youth work, or health settings
• Relevant additional qualifications (Level 2/3)
• First Aid or Mental Health First Aid training

We are looking for someone who is calm, empathetic, adaptable, and committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable young people.

Safeguarding:
Prospero is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and adherence to safer recruitment policies.

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